Waterford Institute
Waterford.org is a nonprofit organization focused excellence and equity in early education.
A child who can read is unstoppable! Waterford.org knows that every child deserves an equitable, high-quality early education. For more than 40 years, Waterford has partnered with families, schools, communities, and government organizations to provide access to educational resources and deliver individualized, research-driven learning resources to all young learners.
Our Mission: Waterford.org combines the science of learning, the power of mentoring, and the promise of technology to build family and community partnerships that deliver access, excellence, and equity in early education for all children.
Our Values:
Engage with humility, integrity, and inclusivity
Respect diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skill sets
Collaborate effectively to produce creative and impactful solutions
Improve by setting challenging goals, measuring results, and learning from experience
Our Beliefs:
Ensuring positive early learning experiences is the foundation for a lifetime of growth and success
Working together, caring adults at school and at home help children build confidence, curiosity, and a sense of belonging
Individualizing instruction meets every child’s needs, improves engagement, and accelerates learning
Acting on research and data that are valid, reliable, and inclusive leads to better learning outcomes
Leveraging innovative technologies is essential to delivering excellence and equity for all children
Providing equitable access to evidence-based programs and resources gives all children the opportunity to thrive